Location: Burnley, Lancashire Salary: Up to £38,000 per annum (Depending on experience) Start Date: January 2026 or sooner (Immediate start available for the right candidate) Lead and Transform: The Role Are you a highly experienced and passionate Registered Residential Manager ready to lead a specialist Alternative Provision (AP) children's home in Burnley? We are seeking an inspirational leader to manage a therapeutic residential setting for young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is an exciting opportunity to oversee a home that integrates high-quality care with education, ensuring every young person achieves positive life outcomes. You will be responsible for all operational aspects of the home, maintaining Ofsted compliance and driving a culture of safeguarding, stability, and high achievement. Key Responsibilities: Operational Leadership: Manage the daily operations, resources, and budget of the residential home, ensuring full compliance with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards. Ofsted Compliance: Maintain and strive to exceed Ofsted requirements, leading the home through inspections to achieve and sustain 'Good' or 'Outstanding' ratings. Team Management: Recruit, lead, supervise, and mentor a dedicated team of residential support staff, fostering a collaborative and therapeutic working environment. Therapeutic Care: Oversee the implementation of bespoke, child-centred care and placement plans, ensuring the delivery of high-quality therapeutic care tailored to SEMH needs. Safeguarding: Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring robust safeguarding practices are embedded across the provision. Partnership Working: Collaborate effectively with our Alternative Provision educators, social workers, health professionals, and families to create holistic and consistent support. What You Will Bring: Essential Requirements: Qualification: MUST hold the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent). Experience: Proven, recent experience as a Registered Children's Home Manager (or Deputy/Manager with demonstrated Ofsted experience). Knowledge: In-depth working knowledge of Ofsted regulations, safeguarding legislation, and the specific challenges faced by young people with SEMH/EBD. Skills: Exceptional leadership, communication, and decision-making skills, with the resilience to manage challenging situations effectively and calmly. Why Join Our Alternative Provision in Burnley? Competitive Salary: Earn a highly competitive salary up to £38,000, commensurate with experience. Specialist Setting: Work within a unique, integrated AP model where education and care work seamlessly together. Impact: Directly influence the transformation and success of young people who need it most. Development: Access to specialist therapeutic training and continuous professional development (CPD). How to Apply: Ready to take the next step in your management career and make a lasting difference? Click the link below to view the full job description and submit your CV and covering letter: rachael.boaler@twrecruitment.com For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Rachael Boaler on 07423186662. Closing Date: ASAP We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check and satisfy all pre-employment checks.